Scriptcake
Scriptcake is dedicated to the art and craft of screenwriting. With over 20 years of experience teaching screenwriting, I've seen novice screenwriters struggle with the same issues over and over again. I’ve created this podcast for those of you who struggle with these very same script issues. This podcast will help you overcome the most common mistakes screenwriters make and will help you develop your idea into a multi-dimensional story. If you want help formatting your screenplay, google it. I want to focus on issues that aren’t quite as google-able.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 119
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
59. Emotional Slides
In this episode, learn about a valuable tool that helps you make the audience go on an emotional rollercoaster of a ride.
For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scr…
58. Scott Myers - Screenwriter, Teacher, Author
I great and insightful conversation with Scott Myers as he discusses his book "The Protagonist's Journey" and his philosophy of storytelling. I learned a lot and you will too!
Scott Myers has written …
57. How to Write Visually
Learn an important secret on how to write visually! Every scene doesn't have to be a big fight.
For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his pu…
56. Lisanne Sartor - Screenwriter, Teacher, Board President of CineStory Foundation
Learn about:
- her journey into screenwriting
- how to develop your own personal thematic
- what you could experience at the CineStory retreat
- what screenplay competitions look for
For …
55. Shawn Harwell - Screenwriter, Teacher
Shawn discusses:
- Writing a Super Bowl Commercial for Eminem
- Writing "The Campaign" with Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis
- Developing a project with Sandra Bullock
- His own journey in screenwritin…
54. Solving the Puzzle
There are so many puzzles that exist in the world of screenwriting. In this short podcast, I discuss a couple of them. Enjoy!
For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book …
53. Jack Sholder - Director (The Hidden, Nightmare on Elm Street 2), Teacher, Screenwriter
A great conversation with Jack discussing:
- How he started his career
- Making Nightmare on Elm Street 2
- What he looks for in a screenplay
and much more...
For more information on Lovin…
52. Screenwriter's Block
Need a few thoughts on how to deal with Screenwriter's Block, then listen to this podcast.
For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public …
51. Jamie Nash - Screenwriter, Author of "Save the Cat Writes for TV"
An insightful conversation with Jamie Nash, the author of over 100 screenplays and the book "Save the Cat Writes for TV". Jamie has written numerous produced feature films and teaches screenwriting…
50. Fear and Consistency
We celebrate our 50th Podcast this week and discuss two important elements in the writing process - Fear and Consistency! Check it out!
For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-sel…
49. David Diamond and David Weissman - Screenwriters of The Family Man, Old Dogs, When in Rome
Screenwriters David Diamond and David Weissman are best known for writing The Family Man starring Nicolas Cage and Tea Leoni, Old Dogs starring John Travolta and Robin Williams and When in Rome starr…
48. Emotional Act Breaks
This podcast explains why your act breaks have to be emotional. There are two great benefits of writing emotional act breaks. Listen to find out what they are!
For more information on …
47. Jason Lubin - Literary Manager/Producer - First Story Entertainment
A wonderfully candid interview from the point of view of a literary manager.
Jason discusses:
- What he looks for in a script
- What he thinks un-signed writers should focus on
- How he thinks writers s…
46. Networking
Check out my take on the do's and don't's of networking in the film industry.
For more information on networking, check out Bob Saenz's book "That's Not The Way It Works!"
For more info…
45. Bill True Part II
A continuation of a conversation with Bill True!
Bill discusses:
- his writing habits
- developing projects in Hollywood
- when he writes
- Time Travel Bill and more...
For more informatio…
44. Shane Black - Writer/Director Iron Man 3, The Predator, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Writer Lethal Weapon
A wonderful conversation with legendary Screenwriter Shane Black!
Shane discusses:
- Writing Lethal Weapon
- Dealing with writing anxiety and imposter syndrome
- Writing and Directing Iron Man 3
- Writing…
43. John Truby - Author, Mentor, Screenwriter
Learn all about John's new book - The Anatomy of Genres!
Learn why:
GENRES have more to do with how your story works than any other element — any other idea, plot device, character archetype, beat shee…
42. Bill True - Part I - Screenwriter, Mentor, Teacher
A wonderfully candid conversation with Bill True, Department Chair of the Scottsdale School of Film + Theater and Winner of the Austin Film Festival.
Learn:
- How Bill dealt with his fear of not b…
41. Recap of the Austin Film Festival and the American Film Market
I had the pleasure of being a moderator at the Austin Film Festival and an attendee at the American Film Market over the last few weeks and just wanted to share why you should consider attending both…
40. Jen Haire & Gilana Lobel - Authors of "Keys to the Production Office"
Jen and Gilana have over 40 years of Film/TV production experience. They've written this book to help you learn:
- How a production office works
- How physical production on Film/TV sets work
- How to p…